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US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

The full 2026 Social Security payment schedule is here. See when to expect your monthly check.

Social Security beneficiaries will receive monthly checks in 2026 based on birth dates with Wednesday distributions, a cost-of-living raise, and potential tax relief.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Two Social Security Fixes Lawmakers Keep Avoiding

Social Security faces a revenue shortfall risking broad benefit cuts without tax increases or wage-cap changes; the COLA formula also leaves seniors struggling.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
15 hours ago

The 2027 Social Security COLA Is Probably Going To Be Higher Next Year For a Troubling Reason

The Social Security COLA is essential for retirees to maintain financial security amid inflation.
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Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

New Inflation Report Resets Social Security COLA Expectations

Social Security's 2027 COLA is projected at 2.8%, matching 2026's increase, though inflation data suggests no larger raise despite seniors' hopes.
Healthcare
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Medicare's 2026 Cost Jump Strains Social Security Budgets

Medicare premium increases are consuming a significant portion of Social Security cost-of-living adjustments, leaving retirees with reduced purchasing power for other expenses.
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Music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 month ago

Cola announce new album, share "Hedgesitting"

Cola will release their third album Cost of Living Adjustment on May 8 via Firetalk, produced by the band and engaging themes of capitalism versus socialism.
US politics
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

400,000 Retirees in New Mexico Qualify for the 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

A new senior deduction can eliminate federal income tax on Social Security for most retirees, saving many older New Mexicans money.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

The Fed's Decision Is Made And This Is What It Means For Social Security in 2026

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 3.50%–3.75%, the third cut of 2025, affecting inflation outlook and Social Security purchasing power.
from24/7 Wall St.
7 months ago

How Social Security Could Change in 2026 Thanks to New CPI Data

If inflation stays elevated above the Fed's 2% target for too long, interest rates could remain higher for longer, slowing overall economic growth in the U.S.
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